Manny Has a Crippling, Terrifying Fear of Flying Insects

question 121

Multiple Choice

Manny has a crippling, terrifying fear of flying insects. He is probably suffering from a ________.

• A) specific phobia
• B) somatic system disorder
• C) personality disorder
• D) conversion reaction

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